Tag: ballina
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LIFEGUARD RECOGNISED WITH PRESTIGIOUS AWARD
A Ballina lifeguard has been recognised with a prestigious award after rescuing two young girls last month at Angels Beach. Saul Duran has received the New South Wales Rescue of the Month award, after swimming 800-metres in difficult conditions to rescue a 13 and 14-year-old girl. “That swim back, just the distance with the tube…
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FEARS BOATIES LIVES AT RISK
It was a perfect weekend to be out on the water, but for Marine Rescue Ballina, the start of the boating season has had a rocky start. It was the first time the organisation has been busy since moving to its new location, revealing potentially life-threatening challenges.
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PENNY THE TURTLE RETURNS HOME AFTER TREATMENT
It’s taken eight months of special medical attention and a whole lot of love, but a critically endangered sea turtle has today, returned to the ocean. Hundreds lined the beach at Ballina on the New South Wales far north coast, to bid the creature farewell.
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NO “SILVER BULLET” TO STOPPING SHARK ENCOUNTERS
The chair of the Ballina Shire Shark Advisory group says yesterday’s summit in Sydney didn’t deliver a “silver bullet” to stop shark encounters. While, the local surfing community says action needs to be taken sooner rather than later.
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JACKAROOS PAIR UP WITH YOUNG BOWLS TALENT
A group of young bowls players in Ballina had the game of their lives on Wednesday. Australian Jackaroos players Mark Casey and Brett Wilkie hit the greens at Ballina RSL Bowling Club, to pass on skills and knowledge to the up and coming players.
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OVER 80% SAY NO TO SHARK CULLING
While new research has revealed that more than 80% of Ballina residents are opposed to shark culling, as a solution to attacks. The study, conducted by the University of Sydney, found the majority of the 500 locals surveyed want to see the government conduct more research into shark encounters. 23% want to see an investment…
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SERVICE CENTRE AT BALLINA CLOSER TO FRUITION
A long awaited service centre on the Pacific Highway near Ballina is a step closer to becoming a reality. The proposal is still in its early stages, but it’s already gained the backing of a major international oil company.
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ANGLERS REEL IN AN IMPRESSIVE HAUL
Last week’s strong winds and stormy seas didn’t deter some of Ballina’s best anglers. They’ve returned to shore with an impressive haul, following the North Coast Fishing Bonanza.
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WAIKARIE MAGIC LOOKING STRONG FOR CASINO CUP
Sydney-based trainer Anthony Azzopardi is hoping for a win in tomorrow’s $25,000 Casino Cup. He’s entering Jack Kade, while local favourite Waikarie Magic is also in the running, after placing second last week.
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ANTHONY DON RETURNS TO OLD STOMPING GROUND
Titan’s player Anthony Don returned to one of his old stomping grounds this morning, to pass on his skills to young local talent. Despite the blustery conditions, the small fans were keen to impress.